Match the terms with their correct meanings:
-Progressive damage to the yellowish region on the retina (lateral to and slightly below the optic disc)
A)anisocoria
B)aphakia
C)aqueous humor
D)astigmatism
E)cataract
F)chalazion
G)conjunctiva
H)cycloplegia
I)diplopia
J)fluorescein angiography
K)hemianopsia
L)iritis
M)keratitis
N)macular degeneration
O)myopia
P)ophthalmoscopy
Q)papilledema
R)presbyopia
S)sclera
T)strabismus

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Macular degeneration refers to the progressive damage to the yellowish region on the retina.

Answer: Q 
 Papilledema refers to swelling of the optic disc, which can be caused by increased intracranial pressure.

Answer: C 
 Aqueous humor is the clear fluid that fills the space between the cornea and the lens in the eye.

Answer: E 
 Cataract refers to a clouding of the lens in the eye, which can cause vision loss.

Answer: G 
 Conjunctiva is the thin, clear membrane that covers the white of the eye and the inside of the eyelids.

Answer: P 
 Ophthalmoscopy is an examination of the inside of the eye, including the retina and optic nerve, using a special instrument called an ophthalmoscope.

Answer: T 
 Strabismus refers to a misalignment of the eyes, which can cause double vision or a lazy eye.

Answer: R 
 Presbyopia refers to the age-related loss of ability to focus on close objects, often resulting in the need for reading glasses.

Answer: O 
 Myopia refers to nearsightedness, which means that distant objects appear blurry.

Answer: D 
 Astigmatism refers to a condition in which the eye does not focus light evenly on the retina, causing distorted or blurry vision.

Answer: K 
 Hemianopsia refers to a loss of vision in half of the visual field of one or both eyes.

Answer: A 
 Anisocoria refers to unequal pupil sizes in the eyes.

Answer: L 
 Iritis refers to inflammation of the iris, which can cause eye pain, sensitivity to light, and vision changes.

Answer: M 
 Keratitis refers to inflammation of the cornea, which can cause eye pain, redness, and blurred vision.

Answer: F 
 Chalazion refers to a small, painless lump under the skin of the eyelid that is caused by a blocked oil gland.

Answer: I 
 Diplopia refers to double vision, which can be caused by a misalignment of the eyes or other eye conditions.

Answer: S 
 Sclera is the white outer layer of the eye that provides protection and structure.

Answer: J 
 Fluorescein angiography is a diagnostic test that uses a special dye and camera to image the blood vessels in the retina and determine any abnormalities.

Answer: B 
 Aphakia refers to the absence of a lens in the eye, which can occur after cataract surgery or due to injury.

Answer: H 
 Cycloplegia is the temporary paralysis of the ciliary muscles in the eye, often achieved through the use of eye drops, to allow for a more accurate eye exam.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings